Toshiba Satellite A100 (PSAAR) - Manual (Page 128)

User’s Manual 9-13
Troubleshooting
PC card
Refer also to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
SD/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card
Refer also to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
Monitor
Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to your monitor’s
documentation.
The mouse pointer
moves erratically
The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse
documentations for instructions on cleaning.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
Problem Procedure
PC card error
occurs
Reseat the PC card to make sure it is firmly
connected.
Make sure the connection between the external
device and the card is firm.
Check the card’s documentation.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
Memory card error
occurs
Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly
connected.
Check the card’s documentation.
You cannot write to
the memory card
Make sure the card is not write protected.
You cannot read a
file
Make sure the target file is on the memory card
inserted in the slot.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
Monitor does not
turn on
Make sure that the external monitor’s power switch
is on. Confirm that the external monitor’s power
cable is plugged into a working power outlet.
No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls
on the external monitor.
Press hot keys Fn + F5 to change the display
priority and make sure it is not set for the internal
display.